Edmonton Folk Music Festival Edmonton Tickets - Gallagher Park

Irish Mythen

1 concert

Born in Ireland and based in PEI, Canada, Irish Mythen is known for powerful live shows and albums like "Little Bones." Honored at JUNO and Canadian Folk Music Awards, she's shared stages with Melissa Etheridge and performed at major venues like the Sydney Opera House.

Ben Harper

10 concerts

Ben Harper, born in California, is a Grammy-winning artist known for soulful, activist-driven music. He’s collaborated with Taj Mahal, Jack Johnson, and Mavis Staples.

The Teskey Brothers

22 concerts

Australian brothers Sam and Josh Teskey blend soulful blues, folk, and rock. Known for hits from albums like "Run Home Slow" (Grammy-nominated) and chart-topping "The Winding Way," which won a Best Blues & Roots ARIA award.

Fruit Bats

1 concert

Indie folk-rock band Fruit Bats, formed in Chicago by Eric D. Johnson, blends warm vocals with melodies akin to Lennon-McCartney. Known for hits like "Absolute Loser" and signed to Merge, their style mixes pop and rock, earning top Billboard spots and collaborating extensively, notably on their 20th-anniversary album "The Pet Parade".

Tami Neilson

10 concerts

Tami Neilson, born in Canada, is a powerhouse in country and roots music. Known for hits like "Sassafrass!", she's acclaimed for her unique sound and fiery style.

Grace Petrie

8 concerts

Grace Petrie is a folk singer-songwriter and activist from Leicester, UK, known for her emotive anthem "Farewell to Welfare." Her witty takes on life, love, and politics have made her a respected voice in UK's folk scene.

Jill Barber

2 concerts

Born in Canada, Jill Barber is celebrated for her French songs like "Chansons," favored worldwide with over 120M streams. Known for her unique "Je ne sais quoi," she collaborated with Grammy-nominee Drew Jurecka.

Aysanabee

5 concerts

Aysanabee is an award-winning Oji-Cree artist known for his hypnotic indie, soul, and electronic music. He made history as the first Indigenous artist to win the JUNO Awards for Alternative Album and Songwriter of the Year. Aysanabee is celebrated for his pulse-quickening fingerpicking and his top-charting achievements in Canada.

Danny Michel

2 concerts

Born in Canada, Danny blends rock, pop, folk, world, and classical music. Known for the albums "Black Birds Are Dancing Over Me" and "Matadora," his diverse style won him 3 JUNO nominations, the Polaris Prize, and CFMA's awards. Collaborated with the Garifuna Collective and recorded "Khlebnikov" in the Arctic with Chris Hadfield.

Old Crow Medicine Show

22 concerts

Old Crow Medicine Show, started by busking, gained fame after Doc Watson discovered them. Known for “Wagon Wheel”, they won 2 Grammys and are Grand Ole Opry members.

The Tallest Man On Earth

14 concerts

Born in Sweden, Kristian Matsson, aka The Tallest Man On Earth, is known for his dynamic folk performances and captivating troubadour ballads. Acclaimed for lively stage presence, he returned to Sweden in 2020, finding renewed inspiration in touring and songwriting.

Feist

3 concerts

Feist, born in Amherst, Nova Scotia, genres blend indie rock, jazz-pop, and folk. Known for hits like "Mushaboom" and "1234." Won multiple Juno Awards, collaborated with Broken Social Scene, Peaches, and on projects like "Sesame Street."

Bella White

8 concerts

Calgary-born Bella White blends fresh country/folk with deep bluegrass roots. Known for her debut album "Just Like Leaving," she embraces musical freedom, transcending traditional styles as a singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist.

Gregory Alan Isakov

42 concerts

Born in Johannesburg and based in Colorado, Gregory Alan Isakov is a celebrated indie-folk artist known for his hits and a Grammy-nominated album. He has also performed with US symphony orchestras.

Sona Jobarteh

6 concerts

Born in Gambia to a Griot family, Sona Jobarteh is the first female virtuoso Kora player. She blends traditional music with modern styles, gaining global recognition and advocating for social and educational reforms in Africa.

Greensky Bluegrass

9 concerts

Michigan’s Greensky Bluegrass blends rock energy with traditional string music, topping charts with albums like "If Sorrows Swim." Winners at Telluride 2006, they've collaborated with acts like the Avett Brothers and hit major festivals. Known for relentless touring and eclectic sounds.

Vieux Farka Touré

1 concert

Malian musician Vieux Farka Touré, son of Ali Farka Touré, blends traditional West African music with blues, rock, and jazz. Known for live performances, including 2010 FIFA World Cup, collaborations with Dave Matthews, John Scofield, Derek Trucks, and projects like Touré-Raichel Collective.

Sue Foley

7 concerts

Sue Foley, infused with Texas blues & influenced by Austin, champions her beloved pink paisley Fender "Pinky" across classics & originals like "Dallas Man" on "Pinky's Blues."

The Secret Sisters

9 concerts

Alabama-born The Secret Sisters blend country-folk in their harmonious songs addressing life, love, and womanhood's challenges. Known for deep lyrics and captivating style, they inspire with insightful themes.

Nick Shoulders

2 concerts

Nick Shoulders blends punk's defiance with gritty country music, rooted in his family's vocal traditions. Known for his authentic, joyful style, he often collaborates with influences like Hazel Dickens.

Valerie June

25 concerts

Valerie June, born in Tennessee, blends folk, soul, blues, and Appalachian music. Known for albums like "Pushin' Against a Stone" and Grammy-nominated "The Moon and Stars." Collaborated with Carla Thomas and lauded by Bob Dylan.

DakhaBrakha

13 concerts

DakhaBrakha, a world-music quartet from Kyiv, Ukraine, blends Ukrainian folk with global rhythms. Known for their theatrical shows and powerful vocals, they promote Ukrainian culture worldwide.

Julian Taylor

13 concerts

Toronto-born Julian Taylor is a singer-songwriter known for his unique blend of folk and rock. His acclaimed album "The Ridge" earned multiple award nominations including two Juno Awards. Taylor has captivated audiences globally, with standout tracks echoing themes of resilience and identity.

Darlingside

2 concerts

Darlingside, known for baroque folk-pop, shines in "Fish Pond Fish." Renowned for harmonies & live performances, they delve into nature & self in songs like "Ocean Bed," collaborating with producer Peter Katis.

Dervish

7 concerts

Born in Sligo, Ireland, Dervish is renowned for fiery live shows and masterful arrangements. Known for 'The Great Irish Songbook,' they've collaborated with Vince Gill and Rhiannon Giddens, and won a BBC Radio 2 Lifetime Achievement Award.

Le Vent du Nord

1 concert

Quebec's Le Vent du Nord, a mainstay in Canadian folk, is famed for traditional Quebecois music, rich French vocal harmonies, and lively shows. Debuting in 2003, the group earned a Juno Award, and collaborated with De Temps Antan on "Notre Album Solo." Notable works include "La Part du Feu" and "20 Printemps." Members include Nicolas Boulerice and Simon Beaudry, featuring Celtic and French influences.

The Paper Kites

11 concerts

Australian band The Paper Kites, known for their soul-stirring indie rock, have six LPs including 'At The Roadhouse.' ARIA-nominated, they've toured extensively in North America and Europe.